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Kohler runs for reelection as District 1 MC commissioner

Wayne Kohler has announced his candidacy for re-election as Morris County Commissioner for District 1. Kohler has served as District 1 commissioner for 12 years. In announcing his candidacy, he said he has been honored to represent voters in the...

Daniel Mushrush and Mushrush Ranches has had excellent success with virtual fence technology. Pictured from left to right are Sadie, Eli, Daniel, Christine, Kate and Bella.

Chase County virtual fences producing real ranching results

For generations, Flint Hills ranching has depended on grass, cattle, weather, water and fence.

Through Your Eyes

Dave Leiker, of Emporia, captured a few scenes from the UNBOUND gravel races last weekend that captured a glimpse of how grueling the contests were. Leiker said he had deep respect for the riders and referred to them as “signs of courage, resolve...

Macey Hensley has been named state runner-up in the State FFA Prepared Public Speaking Leadership Development Event. The honor is an impressive accomplishment for Hensley, who is a sophomore. She competed against three seniors in the finals and was among

Public Transportation receives $129,062.28; local match req.

The Morris County Commissioner meeting was called to order on Tuesday, May 19th, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Commissioners Jim Barber, David Fox and Wayne Kohler were present. Chelsey Schmidt, County Clerk, and Bill Kassebaum, County Counselor, were present.

72-year old Nick Kovacs biked 600 miles to Council Grove this week to attend the UNBOUND gravel race this weekend.

Nick Kovacs rides 600 miles to Council Grove

When Nick Kovacs arrived in Council Grove Tuesday night, he had not simply driven in for Unbound Gravel. He had ridden his bicycle from southwestern Wisconsin.

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Through Your Eyes

Dave Leiker, of Emporia, captured a few scenes from the UNBOUND gravel races last weekend that captured a glimpse of how grueling the contests were.

Mark Brooks

Flint Hills test world-class riders

UNBOUND Gravel included several race distances this year, including 25-, 50-, 100-, 200- and 350-mile events.

Obituaries

Daryl Wayne Lee

Daryl Wayne Lee, 74, of White City, passed away on May 24, 2026 at Via Christi Village in Manhattan, Kansas, after a long illness.

A Celebration of life

A Celebration of Life service for Jack York will be held at 2 p.m., Sunday, June 7, at the Dwight Cemetery. Friends and relatives are welcome to join.

Thomas Ernest Alexander

Thomas Ernest Alexander was born December 4, 1945, in Emporia, Kansas to Robert and Georgie (Bolen) Alexander.

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